State Theatre in Bay City, Michigan

The exterior of this indie theater is eye-catching enough, a multicolored marquee attracts visitors, but it’s the inside that’s truly an exceptional work of art. The walls are decorated to resemble a Mayan temple, complete with glyphs and native-themed patterns as far as the eyes can see. The State Theatre was constructed in 1908, but it wouldn’t be until the 1930s before the building got its current unique appearance. The theater was redesigned by Charles Howard Crane, a self-taught architect famous for creating lavish theaters. He has been heralded as…

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